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FROM THE OFFICE OF THE PATRIARCH AND CHIEF APOSTLE


 A Message from The Patriarch and Chief Apostle Sir Johnson

To The Mystical Order Ministries: Making Christ the Center of Your Life This Christmas

Beloved members of The Mystical Order Ministries,

As we gather in this sacred season of Christmas, I extend to you my warmest greetings and heartfelt blessings. This is a time when the world pauses to remember the greatest gift ever given to humanity—the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. In the midst of festive celebrations, glittering decorations, and joyful gatherings, let us not lose sight of the profound truth that stands at the heart of this season: Christ must be the center of our lives, not just during Christmas, but every day of the year.

The birth of Jesus in that humble manger in Bethlehem was not merely a historical event; it was the divine intervention of God breaking into human history to offer us redemption, hope, and eternal life. When we make Christ the center of our Christmas celebrations, we acknowledge that He is the reason for our joy, the source of our peace, and the foundation of our faith.

In a world increasingly consumed by materialism and distraction, it is easy to be swept away by the commercial aspects of this season. We may find ourselves preoccupied with gifts, parties, and seasonal obligations, forgetting the One whose birthday we celebrate. But as members of The Mystical Order Ministries, we are called to a higher standard—to live intentionally, placing Christ at the very core of our existence.

Making Christ the center of your life this Christmas means prioritizing worship over worldly pursuits. It means spending time in prayer, reflecting on the incarnation, and expressing gratitude for God's immeasurable love. It means extending compassion to those in need, just as Christ came to serve and not to be served. It means forgiving those who have wronged us, showing kindness to strangers, and being vessels of God's light in a darkened world.

This Christmas, I challenge each of you to examine your hearts. Ask yourself: Is Christ truly at the center of my life? Do my actions, words, and priorities reflect His teachings? Are you living in a way that honors the sacrifice He would later make on the cross?

Let us remember that the shepherds abandoned their flocks to worship the newborn King. The wise men traveled great distances, bearing precious gifts, to honor Him. They recognized the significance of His arrival and responded with reverence and devotion. May we follow their example, making whatever sacrifices necessary to keep Christ first in our hearts.

As we celebrate this holy season together, may your homes be filled with divine peace, your hearts overflowing with love, and your spirits renewed by the hope that Christ brings. Let this Christmas be a turning point—a moment when you recommit yourself fully to the Lord, making Him not just a part of your life, but the very center of all you do.

Wishing you a blessed and Christ-centered Christmas.

In His Service, 

The Patriarch and Chief Apostle Sir Johnson 

The Mystical Order Ministries

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